(1, 5, 6) Decorative pillows: Prepared with fabrics that are different than those used in duvet cover sets, these pillows are used for decorative purposes. Usually the large decorative pillows are used at the back, and the small decorative pillows are used in the front. Large decorative pillows also allow you to sit up comfortably in bed.

(2) Oxford pillows: Oxford pillows are a complementary part of the duvet cover set, and feature flanges on four edges. On the bed, they are placed behind the Standard pillows. They are ideal to add a sophisticated touch to your bed arrangement.

(3) Standard pillows: Also called sleep pillows, the Standard pillows are the most commonly used pillows in the duvet cover set. On the bed, they are placed in front of the Oxford pillows. They feature embroideries that compliment the patterns on the duvet covers. You can combine Standard and Oxford pillows with duvet covers to create your own set.

(4) Breakfast pillows: A complementary part of the sheet set, the breakfast pillows are produced in smaller sizes than the Standard and Oxford pillows. On the bed two can be placed in front of the Standard pillows or just one can be placed in the middle. They are ideal to embroider with your initials to personalize your bed.

(7) Duvet covers: Duvet covers are one of the main elements of your bed arrangement. Our collection includes a variety of fabrics that are produced using different decorative techniques. Our duvet covers are also suitable for summer use thanks to their functional texture, and the light and highly breathable nature of our duvets.

(8) Bed covers: Bed covers, which are usually produced with the special limited edition fabrics of Haremlique Istanbul, match our decorative pillows. They are usually thin products that are quilted using different techniques.

(9) Throws: One of the final touches of the bed arrangement, throws, especially the cashmere ones, have a special place in our collections. They are woven with special cashmere threads for Haremlique Istanbul. Our collection also includes different fabric options. Throws can be placed at the foot of the bed or can be used as a cover on top of the duvet. They are an important detail for bed arrangements both with their functionality and their decorativeness.

Our products with gold details give the elegant silhouettes a shimmering touch. The golden embroideries, which blend in harmony with our bed linens produced with high quality fabrics, create a magnificent appearance.

Versatile marble jars that can be used in each and every room of your house sparkle with their gold lids. If you want to create an impressive appearance with a strong item in your bathroom, our crystal clear soap dispenser with a gold lid will keep up with the style you are looking for. Our elegant linen placemats with golden embroideries are the perfect choices to bring a sophisticated glitter on your tabletop.

Take a look at our products to bring the glory of gold to your home decoration.

“New Years has always been a very special time for me, ever since my childhood. We used to always put up the tree together, generally early December; this was a family tradition,” says Koç, adding, “We would prepare it together and as the end of the month approached, it would be filled with more and more presents underneath.”

What do you pay attention to when giving gifts?In my family, some of the most important things were the notes that accompanied the gifts. Notes were very important, even if it were just two or three meaningful sentences, it was very important that it was a meaningful note and a note that reflected that person or was humorous. It was very enjoyable; you would first open up and read the notes one by one, then hand out the gifts.

As important it is to give gifts, I think it’s equally important for the person receiving the gift to open up a beautiful package. That’s why at Haremlique we put the upmost importance to our packaging. We want the person getting the gift to have a joyful experience from the colours of the ribbons to the ornaments on the box.

“Today it’s so much easier to find different gifts and different options, so I think it’s important to slow down a little and give some thought to the gifts you’re giving.”

What does gift giving mean to you?I love giving gifts; I think it’s important to appreciate and give thanks to your loved ones. I give a lot of thought to picking the perfect gift. I try to figure out what that person might want or if it’s someone I know well, I guess what they want and decide. I make sure it’s also something that I love, because I believe choosing a gift that I love strengthens our bond.

Today it’s so much easier to find different gifts and different options, so I think it’s important to slow down a little and give some thought to the gifts you’re giving. I believe gift giving is something you need to spend some time on. At Haremlique we aim to make this process more special with our bespoke services.

“New Years is important as a whole. So for me the New Years dinner table is just as important. I always try to embellish it beautifully.”

What’s on your gift list this year?This year I especially concentrated on personalized gifts. I had a pillowprepared with initials for a friend in addition to a sheet set. I also had my niece’s name embroidered on a makeup bag. I had my friend’s last initials embroidered onlinen napkins. I’m thinking of gifting these.

New Years is important as a whole. So for me the New Years dinner table is just as important. I always try to embellish it beautifully. I love surprising everyone with a gift at the table, which I set with Haremlique’s placemats and flowers and fruits. This year I’ve decided to gift Haremlique’s silver candles. I usually put them on everyone’s plate with a stylish giftwrap as a final touch.

Do you give gifts to yourself?I like giving gifts to myself every once in a while; this year I got myself an Haremlique throwand the matching pillow. I made this purchase on our new website. Because I wanted to experience that for myself, and it was amazing. I got my beautiful throw and pillow in a wonderful box.

Add glitter to your servings with silver pieces.

“I have a particular fondness for silver service sets in my presentations. They add a special glitter to each and every table setting. I enjoy using black tablecloths. Especially when I use a black tablecloth, placemat or runner, I feel like the pieces on my table stand out in depth, almost as if they’re framed in a ‘passe-partout’.”

Opt for multiple focus points in your servings.

“I first create a story for the party I’m going to hold. For me, the party actually starts at this point, and I live it as I’m preparing for it. As a result, my story extends to encompass the whole presentation.

The story of the party takes shape as a buffet or a seated dinner according to the friends or family I’m hosting. For dinners that are not too formal, I prefer to prepare a buffet, as it’s lighter and gives you a longer, more intimate time together.

I use different flowers in relation to my story, and these in turn help reinforce it. I believe floral arrangements of varying heights help create layers in the presentation.

In this presentation you’ll see the Cloud patterned vase from the Iznik Tile Collection (the black version, which has been produced especially for me), a part of Haremlique Istanbul’s 10th anniversary collection, used for a floral arrangement.

I’ve mentioned that I enjoy spreading these details to the whole concept. This way, the supporting cast always enriches your presentation. Using fruits to decorate the table setting symbolizes wealth and prosperity for me, and I use them a lot. Especially in this season Hatay dates, pomegranates and grapes create a festive atmosphere.”

Use contrast colours together for a stunning presentation.

“Colours are always very important to me; I think they are the expression of the everything. That’s why I aim to create a colour harmony between the service plates and the food. In this presentation, I again used the bespoke black Haremlique Iznik tile pieces to contrast colourful food. This way I believe the colours of the food shine, and the presentation becomes more appealing.”

Use accessories for different purposes to add a touch of fun to your presentations.

“One of the things I enjoy the most is the versatile usage of any accessory or material. So this idea has always been prominent in the design of Haremlique products. Here, again, majority of the pieces I used in these presentations are actually products that I’ve also used for other purposes. I used a large wine bucket for a lavish presentation of fruits. I created dessert and appetizer arrangements in marble trays and jars that can also be used in the office or the bathroom. Black and white marble pieces add definition to the table. I like serving appetizers and snacks in silver bowls that are mostly used for dried fruits and nuts.”

Elevate your drink presentations with different details.

“It’s important to me that the welcome drink or wine presentation is enjoyable, considerate and kind. That’s why I offer the drinks with slightly starched, crisp, 100% linen cocktail napkins. I like presenting aperitifs and accompanying appetizers together in one tray.”

Create a warm atmosphere with candles.

“I cannot imagine an evening without candles, neither can I imagine entertaining without them. Lighting is very important when hosting a party, and silver candlesticks, which create a dim, warm atmosphere, are my favourites. You can prefer your candelabras according to your table setting.”

]]>An Elegant Table Setting by Mahmut Anlarhttp://blog.haremlique.com/studyo/mahmut-anlar/
Thu, 18 Oct 2018 08:21:51 +0000http://blog.haremlique.com/?p=97The most important detail for Mahmut Anlar in each interior he designs is that it has soul and identity, which is what he attains in this table setting that resonates cultivated simplicity.

Architect Mahmut Anlar, rightly infamous since the 90s for his extraordinary, creative, widely talked about domestic and international projects, continues his hotel, restaurant, sports and health club projects with his firm, Geomim Architecture. Having taken up house decorations after many years, the architect says the most important thing in interior design is “identity”. He has founded a new company called Geo-ID for this reason, which provides brand identity services in addition to interior design.Anlar puts the focus on the perfect match between black and white in the table setting he created using Haremlique Istanbul products; he’s also sharing tips for how to create a table with personality.

How would you define your style?

I’ve never been able to find a name, adjective or word to describe my style. We are a firm that is able to adjust to any and all styles the project demands. I prioritize doing a good job to having a certain style.

What are your inspirations?

Various things. You never know. Sometimes even a melody inspires you to dream up different worlds. But generally speaking, I can say life stories.

What are some of your favourite colour palettes for table settings?

I prefer quiet colours. After all, all the objects used in table settings are there for the purposes of food service. I don’t think there should be a colour restriction for food. But of course the harmony of colours in the menu is important as well. I love colourful tables, but personally I put the food first, so I use more neutral colours. White, smoke and sand colours, and the irreplaceable black.

What’s the most important thing for you while decorating a table?

How about elegance? But to say that, I need to describe what I mean by elegance. For me elegance, or grace, means first and foremost to be respectful. I’m against unnecessary cluster just for the sake of grandeur or luxury. People can’t see each other because of majestic and overly tall flowers, or the cutlery gets mixed up because the table’s impossibly crowded. My preference is always a cultivated simplicity.

Which flowers reflect your aesthetics the most?

I especially like wild flowers on the table. In fact, I prefer presenting them in small glasses to give the feeling of a bouquet freshly gathered from the garden. In terms of colour, I usually like white or at most the pastels.

What’s on your favourite menu for a dinner party?

I usually don’t like dense menus. I think it should be clean and simple. Let’s say two appetizers, maybe also a warm appetizer and the main course. I am very fond of desert. I try to steer clear in daily life, but I think people should indulge a bit in these types of events.

What are your essentials for a special occasion?

Things like the number of guests, whether it’s going to be a buffet or a table setting are very important factors. Ambiance wise, the two have very different dynamics. I generally prefer dinners with a small group of people, eaten at a table setting. Where everyone can chat… In crowded events it’s important to have a catering service, but with a smaller group at least a number of the dishes should be homemade. I think the work you put in in the kitchen resonates intimacy. Lighting and music are important as well, but nothing should get in the way of people communicating. After all, the real purpose of a dinner party is to taste different flavours alongside pleasant conversation.

“I think Haremlique’s Turban collection is especially brilliant. The cylinder candleholder I use is also from this collection. In terms of design it’s actually very modern, but its simplicity goes amazingly well with classic table settings…”

What type of elements you prefer to use in your table settings?

I generally prefer simple service sets. A high quality white porcelain plate, with a simple border at the most. Even that is not necessary. I prefer simplicity in cutlery, too. Especially if it’s silver, I prefer the larger sizes. It should have a good grip. If it’s a silver set, it must have a more classic feel. In addition to the service sets, and granted that they don’t interfere with the table setting, flowers and candles are a also very important.

Could you talk about the table setting you’ve prepared for us?

I’ve prepared a mostly black and white table. I want to point out that service platters will replace the pastel flower decorations once dinner starts. I am in favour of food staying on the table. Whether it’s me or the help doing the service, if there aren’t too many different dishes, I like them all to stay on the table in case someone wants a second serving.

What’s your favourite Haremlique Istanbul piece to use for a table setting?

I love the placemats and the napkins. I think the quality of the linen and the simple embroidery designs are excellent. And the fact that the embroidery is the same colour as the napkin, only recognizable through texture difference, fits perfectly with my idea of elegance.

In a classically designed table, for cutlery and other objects that require metals, I am partial to silver. I think Haremlique’s Turban collection is especially brilliant. The cylinder candleholder I use is also from this collection. In terms of design it’s actually very modern, but its simplicity goes amazingly well with classic table settings…

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